Yesterday i spent the day in Vancouver at Becker's [b]school workshop.  I drove out with Kristy, Alyssa & Rachel, and it was just such a great day.  He had some great nuggets of wisdom to share, and my head was spinning last night as i was trying to fall asleep.   It was a great way to network and spend time with other friends who are photographers, & chat about the business.  We had a seriously yummy lunch thanks to Tracey and her very talented hubby.  The space where the workshop was held was the studio of blueolive photography.  Seriously, such a great space, and relaxed atmosphere.  It was great to be motivated to streamline things in my business, and work smarter.  As you know I'm taking a little break from photography, and expecting baby #3 in the Spring.  Hopefully I'll have the opportunity to implement some changes to my business in the meantime and have things running smoothly when i jump back on the scene in the Fall of 2010.  Here a few snapshots from the workshop yesterday.  It was a perfect cloud covered day.  God Bless! 
[b]ecker.
the lucky couple.. can't recall their names.. but seriously cute.
this last one is courtesy of my friend Kristy, it's becker clicking a photo of me, thanks Kristy!  I can't wait to see the maternity shot becker got. =)

Christmas

It was a reminder of the ultimate gift to us. 
Jesus born long ago in a stable in Bethlehem.  "That's the reason we give each
other presents", we told the kids.  So thankful for the blessings and magic that
Christmas time brings.  Here are a few photos from our own family gift opening
we celebrated together on Christmas Eve.  One of those times when life seems so full. :) the boys tackling their stocking stuffers :)
more knights & horses for lucas
i love Nathan's expression here.
and here.
Lucas' prized present, the "hot rod" track, as he calls it. ;-)